Shield - Bamileke - Cameroon (No reserve price)

Bamileke shields from Cameroon, more precisely from the western region, in very good overall condition. African shields - art. African tribal decoration and ethos from the 2000s. Made by traditional artisans, this shield (defensive weapon) is a decorative and ritual object. They are one of the symbols of the wealth of the tribes of Cameroon. The drawings in black-and-white pigments are superb. The wood is carved with geometric motifs representing the different tribes. The back has a handle in the center. These shields, hand-carved from a piece of wood with pigments, fit easily into any space and will give it a striking visual centerpiece. Each shield is a unique piece.